Mark Seifer

Mark Seifer, biographer of Nikola Tesla, delves into the electrifying rivalry between Tesla and Thomas Edison. The discussion emphasizes Tesla's groundbreaking innovations, particularly his alternating current system, and contrasts them with Edison’s direct current methods. Listeners learn about the intense competition over the Niagara Falls hydroelectric plant and the mystery of why neither inventor received a Nobel Prize despite their monumental contributions. Seifer paints a vivid picture of two brilliant minds whose legacies forever changed the world of electricity.

In this discussion, Mark Seifer, author of "Wizard: The Life and Times of Nikola Tesla," shares captivating insights about Nikola Tesla's groundbreaking 1893 demonstration at the Franklin Institute, where he showcased wireless power. The podcast delves into Tesla's fierce rivalry with Thomas Edison and highlights his ambitious plans for wireless energy transmission. Seifer also explores Tesla's visionary ideas, such as remote-controlled technology and his belief in extraterrestrial signals, framing Tesla as a misunderstood genius whose impact is felt even today.